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Stanley D. Helinski
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Biography
Attorney Stanley Helinski demonstrates a commanding presence across multiple judicial platforms, handling cases from the District and Municipal Courts to Superior and Appeals Courts, extending to the Supreme Judicial Court and Probate and Family Court. His practice includes appearances in United States District Court and the First Circuit Court of Appeals. With an annual average of 10-12 jury trials, Mr. Helinski maintains influential relationships with Commonwealth prosecutors, judges, clerks, and probation officers. Committed to personalized client service, he ensures direct, uninhibited interaction with those he represents, avoiding reliance on office staff for client communication. His selective client criteria ensure that he devotes his full professional commitment to those cases that merit his representation, fostering a dedicated and thorough advocacy for each.
Payment plans and flat fee plans available as well as no-fee consultations. Strong and smart representation with a specific focus toward keeping your legal expenses low. Email for quickest response: [email protected].
Payment plans and flat fee plans available as well as no-fee consultations. Twenty-five years of courtroom and trial experience. High end litigator at lower than average prices
Attorney Helinski is your strength during these difficult times. Large retainers not necessary for most cases. Confident, experienced and highly competent, Attorney Helinski has exceptional legal knowledge as a trial and appellate attorney and is an excellent negotiator.
Attorney Helinski has been a third degree blackbelt for nearly twenty years, runs the Boston Marathon and has a family of four with a teenager and younger child. He devotes substantial time to volunteer work. Inquire as to whether you qualify for his selective pro bono program in family law.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
Divorce and Separation
30%
Family
20%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 225-250 per hour
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025
2022
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 25 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2000
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2022
Location
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Stanley D. Helinski's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Outstanding Legal Support & Expertise
Stanley is not only a great lawyer but also a great human being. He helped me with a case that seemed impossible and managed to work miracles. He’s a great listener, very smart and analytical, and always available. I never failed to hear back from him whenever I messaged, day or night. I highly recom...
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Work ethic
I will recommend Mr. Helinski as he worked on my case with all his support. He has an impeccable work ethic and will deliver an amazing job.
Posted by Michael | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Great Divorce Attorney
Mr Helinski was a very proactive and informative attorney for my divorce.. he set my mind at ease many times. He gave me several options for my divorce proceedings and always respected my decisions. He was always well prepared and I would highly recommend Attorney Helinski.
Posted by Millie | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Department of Revenue (Clerk II)
I highly recommend Attorney Stanley D. Helinski for a child support advocate. I contacted him to help me with a retroactive child support. From our first consultation, attorney Stanley was incredibly understanding, professional, and knowledgeable. He clearly explained the entire process and answ...
Posted by anonymous | June 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
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Very thorough
Stan has helped me and my family in extremely difficult lawsuits spanning several years. He was creative in helping us navigate our situation.
Stanley D. Helinski's Lawyer Endorsements
"I have worked with Atty. Stan Helinski on several challenging criminal defense cases in Boston. He is a superbly qualified Massachusetts criminal defense attorney. Atty. Helinski is well-versed in all aspects of relevant law and procedure, and is well-known among court personnel within Suffolk County courts (Boston.) Atty. Helinski is very thorough, very ethical, and I highly recommend him to potential clients requiring top-flight criminal defense representation in the Boston area"
"Stan is a very thorough, exceptionally well prepared and organized attorney. His work for clients and in the legal community is highly respected."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2022.
Public Reprimand issued in MA, 2022
updated on 06/17/2022Public reprimand means that an attorney did something wrong, but may still practice law. The attorney was given a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Honors
N/A
President's Award, President, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Massachusetts School Of Law
2007 - 2007
Associate Attorney, Sarrouf, Tarricone & Flemming
Associations
Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys
Former Board of Governors
Sample of Legal Cases
Commonwealth v. Gelfgatt
Case of first impression creating new law in the Commonwealth
Commonwealth v. Brice
Commonwealth v. McLaughlin
Commonwealth vs. Reginald Grant
Remanded interlocutory
Education
1999
Massachusetts School of Law at Andover
Juris Doctor
N/A
Harvard University Extension School
Speaking Engagements
2022
CLE
Mindfulness and Wellbeing in the Law
2021
CLE
Diverse Jury Selection
2021
CLE
Interlocutory Appeals and 211/3
2021
CLE
Commonwealth v. Long Seminar
2021
CLE
Developing and Litigating Rule 30 Motions Part I
2021
CLE
Developing and Litigating Rule 30 Motions Part II
2021
CLE
Developing and Litigating Rule 30 Motions Part III
2021
CLE
Developing and Litigating Rule 30 Motions Part IV
2020
CLE
OUI Litigation Day 2
2020
CLE
OUI Litigation Day 1
Publications
2007
MATA
Statute of Repose
Languages
English
Hebrew
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Stanley earned significant contribution points in 2022.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I resubmit my motion to dismiss on a murder if the judge did not put with or with out prejudice ?
31 Jul 2025
Q&A
I'm being charged with affray and DTP, and the DA wants to sentence me to a split sentence of two years.
31 Jul 2025
Q&A
Will i be arrested for a default warrant when I go to the courthouse?
23 Jul 2025